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“Cinema, radio, television, magazines are a school of inattention: people look without seeing, listen in without hearing.” quote by Robert Bresson
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“Cinema, radio, television, magazines are a school of inattention: people look without seeing, listen in without hearing.”

Robert Bresson

About This Quote

Source Film: Day for Night, 1973

Media often distracts, causing superficial engagement rather than true perception.

In simple terms: People watch without truly seeing.

Key Takeaway

Practice mindful attention.

Themes

media attention perception

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • news consumption
  • social media
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

distraction mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How often do you engage deeply with media?
  • What habits improve true listening?
A Different Perspective

May underestimate media’s positive impact.

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